Paving the Path to Homeownership for Housing Choice Voucher Holders
Since the mid-20th century, homeownership has been one of the most important vehicles for building wealth in the United States. According to research from the…
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For more than 100 years, The Chicago Community Trust has convened, supported, funded, and accelerated the work of community members and changemakers committed to strengthening the Chicago region. From building up our civic infrastructure to spearheading our response to the Great Recession, the Trust has brought our community together to face pressing challenges and seize our greatest opportunities. Today, that means confronting the racial and ethnic wealth gap.
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Art Institute of Chicago
Celebrating its 30th year in 2024, the Black Harvest Film Festival is Chicago’s annual showcase for films that celebrate the Black and African experience, held at the Gene Siskel Film Center at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC).
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Latino Policy Forum
The Latinos on the Move event has served as an opportunity to spotlight issues relevant to the Latino community and bring them to the forefront of the public agenda.
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Emerald South Economic Development Collaborative
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Chicago Community Foundation
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MEXICAN AMERICAN LEGAL DEFENSE AND EDUCATIONAL FUND
The Chicago Awards Gala is MALDEF’s opportunity to highlight its important work on behalf of the Latino community, and to honor individuals whose work has been instrumental in addressing the issues and meeting the needs of Chicago's Latino community.
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Mercy Housing Lakefront
Hope for Homes Day is a collaborative fundraising effort powered by Illinois nonprofits committed to ending homelessness.
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Foundation for Homan Square
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Chicago Community Foundation